Covered Wagon Ride in Banff with Western Cookout
Overview
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3 hours
Mobile ticket
Travel back in time on this scenic ride by covered wagon to a hearty western-style cookout meal, enjoying panoramic views of the Bow River and Sulphur Mountain along the way. This family-friendly activity also includes fun post-BBQ activities like roping and horseshoes, plus your choice of morning or evening departure.
Highlights:
• Western cookout experience in Banff
• Take a relaxing covered-wagon ride along the Bow River
• Enjoy views of the spectacular Canadian Rockies landscape
• Dine on a hearty BBQ cookout
• Your choice of a morning or evening tour
• Perfect activity for the whole family
Please note, Our establishment is located in a remote backcountry area. Due to our unique location, our kitchen operates with limited resources. We are unable to accommodate requests beyond our set menus (steak dinner or vegetarian dinner).
Additional Info
Public transportation options are available nearby
Not recommended for travelers with spinal injuries
Not recommended for pregnant travelers
Suitable for all physical fitness levels
All guests must arrive 30 minutes prior to their ride time.
Our establishment is located in a remote backcountry area. Due to our unique location, our kitchen operates with limited resources. We are unable to accommodate requests beyond our set menus.
Children aged 17 years and under must be accompanied by a parent or guardian.
Adults must sign a waiver for all activities, and a waiver must also be completed by the parent or legal guardian of any person under the age of 18 (documentation may be required to confirm the signatory’s authority).
Cancellation Policy
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
What‘s Included
Food and drinks - Steak dinner or vegetarian dinner only
A 2-hour wagon ride in Banff National Park
Hotel pickup and drop-off
Gratuities
What To Expect
First you’ll ride along the Bow River while watching for wildlife and enjoying the spectacular scenery. Midway through the ride, you’ll arrive at 3 Mile Cabin to enjoy genuine western hospitality and some tasty comfort food including steak cooked to order, baked potatoes, cowboy baked beans and Caesar salad. But before digging in, work up an appetite with a few western style games, like lassoing and horse-shoes. The ride is also perfect for youngsters. A perfect adventure for all ages of the family group and available as a lunch or dinner departure time and meal. THIS IS A WAGON RIDE ONLY. YOU WILL NOT BE RIDING ON HORSEBACK. Our establishment is located in a remote backcountry area. Due to our unique location, our kitchen operates with limited resources. We are unable to accommodate requests beyond our set menus.
Sample Menu
main
BBQ
8oz AAA steak, homemade baked beans, roasted mini potatoes, fresh baked corn bread, dessert, coleslaw, juice, coffee, tea, and hot chocolate.
Options
Wagon Ride / Dinner
BBQ Dinner
Wagon Ride/Lunch
Wagon-riding tour with lunch
Reviews
303 reviews
Total reviews and rating from Viator & Tripadvisor
Expensive, not kid friendly meal
md201108,
Oct 13, 2025
- Review from Viator
3.00We paid over $500 for our family to attend this activity. Everyone in our family required a ticket however they did not provide food for all of our kids because they assumed they were underage and would not eat? I ended up splitting my meal with them. They came by and saw me rationing out my food and offered another steak. Did not get what we paid for. The food is not kid friendly unless your kids eat steak. Rude tourist on the wagon as well but that doesn’t have anything to do with the company really. Just disappointed in this experience and it really takes alot for me to give a lackluster review. Pros: the view on the trail is beautiful.
Great experience.! Had a...
Gladys C,
Oct 10, 2025
- Review from Viator
5.00Great experience.! Had a lovely time with beautiful views and the food was great. Hosts were very nice and friendly.! Highly recommended.!
Class cowboy cookout!
LoveTravelling244828,
Oct 7, 2025
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00What a fantastic experience! Friendly staff with good local knowledge. Beautiful horses. Fun times in the wagon and lassoing! Great cookout. And elk to greet us home afterwards. Would recommend this to everyone!
Lovely evening ride
Rick S,
Oct 3, 2025
- Review from Viator
5.00Beautiful wagon ride asking the bow river. The guides are knowledgeable and engaging. The site of the steak dinner was perfect. Roaring fire on a beautiful crisp evening. Food was excellent! Bonus, a herd of elk in the field as we returned, the only wildlife we saw during our week in Banff.
Cookout
Rebecca D,
Oct 2, 2025
- Review from Viator
5.00Great experience steak is yum, people friendly and knowledgeable, easy to find and money well spent.
Banff Highlight Moment
Courtney B,
Sep 29, 2025
- Review from Viator
5.00When in Banff, you HAVE to do this cookout! It was a trip highlight. Stunning views and an incredible steak meal that sits well in the belly! :) They go the extra mile to make you feel comfortable, get all the photos, and make all the memories. Highly highly recommend!!!
Wagon ride/cookout
Bob M,
Sep 26, 2025
- Review from Viator
5.00Lots of fun. Great steak cook out. Guides were terrific. Saw many animals including elk and birds. Three hours was just right
Highly recommend!
Lorri I,
Sep 25, 2025
- Review from Viator
5.00This was such a great experience. The scenery was beautiful on the ride out to dinner and the staff were very knowledgeable about the area. The food was delicious! I highly recommend
Awesome ride and meal!
Tracy P,
Sep 23, 2025
- Review from Viator
5.00The wagon ride was great, the staff were great - very informative, the food was awesome! Would recommend this tour to everyone!
Great experience
O3533DOmicheller,
Sep 18, 2025
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00Great experience. The food was delicious and the staff were so friendly. Really enjoyed the wagon ride. The scenery was very beautiful around the Bow River
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